Canada plans to increase defence spending by over $9 billion this year, aiming to meet NATO’s commitment of 2% of GDP, a move praised by military experts. Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized the importance of this commitment for national security and international relations, while also addressing personnel shortages and infrastructure needs. Despite these pledges, analysts caution that Canada may struggle to keep pace with evolving NATO targets and the challenge of efficiently utilizing the allocated funds by the March 2026 deadline.
